Housemaid's Allegation Rocks Family of Late Legend Abdul Qadir as Son Faces Rape Charge

A house help has accused Sulaman Qadir, son of former Pakistan cricket great Abdul Qadir, of sexually assaulting her at his farmhouse, leading to his detention by police, officials said on Saturday. The allegation surfaced after the woman lodged a first information report (FIR), prompting authorities to initiate an investigation.

According to the FIR, the complainant stated that she worked at Sulaman Qadir’s residence and was allegedly taken forcibly to his farmhouse, where she was raped. Police said the accused was taken into custody for questioning in accordance with legal procedures. A senior police official confirmed that the woman was sent for a medical examination, the results of which will be a key part of the investigation.

Officials emphasized that the case remains under inquiry and that conclusions would be drawn after medical and forensic reports are received, along with statements from all parties involved. No formal charges had been announced at the time of reporting, and police said further action would depend on the findings of the investigation.

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Sulaman Qadir, 41, is one of the four sons of Abdul Qadir and has previously played domestic cricket in Pakistan. He featured in 26 first-class matches and 40 List A games between 2005 and 2013, according to available records, but did not represent the national team at the international level.

Abdul Qadir, one of Pakistan’s most celebrated cricketers, was widely credited with reviving leg-spin bowling during the 1980s. He played 67 Test matches and 104 One Day Internationals for Pakistan and was regarded as an influential figure in the game. He died in September 2019. Police said the investigation into the allegations against his son is ongoing and that due legal process will be followed.

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